National Day of Prayer 2025 Proclamation
Proclamation approved (no formal vote recorded; item presented and accepted)
Dissent: None
Ms. Anderson provided historical context for National Day of Prayer, beginning with the Continental Congress proclamation of July 20, 1775, through President George Washington's 1795 proclamation, Congress's 1952 joint resolution, and President Ronald Reagan's 1988 law designating the first Thursday in May as the annual observance. Councilwoman Vog read the formal proclamation. The event will be held outside City Hall at noon on May 1st, 2025, and is open to all community members.
Fire Department Badging Recognition and Oath Ceremony
Recognition and oath ceremony completed (no formal vote required)
Dissent: None
Fire Chief Meyer recognized five full-time firefighters hired in March 2024 who completed their first-year probation and joint fire academy training with Burnsville, Egan, and South Metro Fire. Four firefighters were present: Captain Colin Heagen (A Shift), Firefighter Steven Moses (A Shift), Captain Tom Ness (C Shift), and Firefighter Dan Parid (C Shift). Captain Zach Weise (B Shift) was absent due to expecting his second child. All firefighters took the oath of office and received badge pinning ceremonies with their families. Four of the five hired were internal candidates; one was external. The firefighters have been instrumental in the transition to hybrid staffing and provide training to pay-on-call staff.
Fire Department First Quarter 2025 Report
Report presented and accepted (no formal vote required)
Dissent: None
Chief Meyer presented comprehensive Q1 2025 statistics: 886 total incidents (up from previous years), with approximately 65% being medical calls (500-600 calls). Fires totaled 17 (slightly up due to dryness and lack of snow). The department experienced 236 incidents with overlapping calls, including one occurrence of five simultaneous incidents. Station incident data shows the staffed engine responding to approximately 700 calls, with other stations trending downward as hybrid staffing increases. Response times remain consistent; dispatch alarm time averages 2:15-2:20 (benchmark is 1:30). The department is arriving ahead of ambulances on 55% of EMS calls. Training initiatives include active shooter/alert training (countywide program), hazardous materials operations, medical training with new cardiac monitors and medical variances for cardiac arrest response, and EV response procedures. The department completed 325 inspections (52% annual inspections) and updated 415 pre-plans. Notable responses included a semi vs. box truck accident with injuries, two eagles entangled in a tree (raptor center assisted), a residential vehicle rollover, and a missing person search in Farmington using drone technology. The department's drone support trailer includes air bottles, heater, water, generator, and software for monitoring multiple registered drones. Recruitment efforts brought 16 full-time firefighters through the SAFER grant program; they completed joint academy training and began 24-hour shifts on Monday. Awards banquet recognized Joe Tolmes as Firefighter of the Year and Corey Blanchard as Rookie of the Year. Department updates include new EZ kits for IV lines in cardiac arrest, cardiac monitors, groundbreaking at first responder skill center, and ongoing fire station design meetings. The department is awaiting an ISO review report completed in early January.
Consent Agenda Approval
5-0 Approved (Walter: Aye, Lee: Aye, Burmal: Aye, Vog: Aye, Helier: Aye)
Dissent: None
Moved by Council Member [name not specified] [Timestamp not specified] · Seconded by Council Member [name not specified] [Timestamp not specified]
Mr. Miller highlighted four items from the consent agenda: (1) Resolution accepting $29,000 in donations from Lakeville Liquors customers, to be split equally between 360 Communities food shelf and Open Door; (2) Resolution for temporary street closures for Pumpkin Fest festivities; (3) Delay of next week's work session start time from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. to ensure full attendance; (4) Ordinance amending Title 8 Chapters 1 and 2 of the Lakeville City Code regarding fire department organization, reviewed by the public safety committee to reflect changes to the hybrid staffing model. No council members requested to pull items for separate discussion.
Pumpkin Creek Preliminary Plat and Rezoning
5-0 Approved (Walter: Aye, Lee: Aye, Burmal: Aye, Vog: Aye, Helier: Aye)
Dissent: None
Moved by Council Member Burmal [Timestamp not specified] · Seconded by Council Member [name not specified] [Timestamp not specified]
David Canabaly, civil engineer with Civil Site Group, presented the Pumpkin Creek Residential Development Project, a subdivision of property into 26 single-family lots with rezoning from RS2 to RS3. The project is located south of 185th Street, north of 190th Street, and north of the Preserve Third Edition project, off Aexonia Avenue. The applicant worked extensively with city staff to protect three wetland areas and their buffers while incorporating required stormwater management. The layout includes a main street extending to 185th Street, one short street extension to the west, and a cul-de-sac. Lot sizes range from 11,000 to 24,000 square feet, all meeting required setbacks. The planning commission held a public hearing on March 20th and unanimously recommended approval. Council Member Lee commended the applicant and staff for the creative design work, noting that most lots exceed the minimum size requirement and that the preservation of wetlands and water quality protections were well-executed.
Closed Session - Land Acquisition Discussion
5-0 Approved (Walter: Aye, Lee: Aye, Vog: Aye, Burmal: Aye, Helier: Aye)
Dissent: None
Moved by Council Member [name not specified] [Timestamp not specified] · Seconded by Council Member [name not specified] [Timestamp not specified]
The council voted to adjourn to a closed session to discuss land acquisition matters pursuant to Minnesota Statute 13D.05 subdivision 3C3, involving two specific parcel numbers: 22733700070 and 220090079011. No details regarding the nature or purpose of the acquisition were disclosed in the open session.